Author: Mike Shubic

Mike Shubic is a seasoned road trip travel video blogger, traversing the byways of the world looking for those hidden gems of the road. From unique destinations, unexpected discoveries, creative cuisine, intriguing inns to exciting attractions…the road is his page. The experiences are his ink. And every 300 miles, a new chapter begins. Whether you live vicariously or by example, Mike will do the exploring so you can have an adventure.

What a small world, and one filled with generous folks

This is a short story about how small the world is, and the graciousness of others. I recently uploaded a video to my YouTube channel on my tour of Cannon Beach, Oregon—just a couple days later, I had someone reach-out and tell me that they thought it was very timely...

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Mike’s Road Trip “Best Of” 2010

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I spent more than seven months on the road in 2010 and had some amazing experiences that I wanted to share in a classic "Best Of" list. There were a lot of worthy contenders.  While I'm sorry some did not make it, I'm confident I've chosen the best-of-the-best. Click on...

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Why I LOVE Travel!

A fellow nomad (Justin Was Here) is working on a post that I think will be a great read...he is asking a few travel bloggers (including myself) why we travel and why we think others should.  I'll let you know when the post comes out...in the meantime, below is my...

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A Tour of Cannon Beach, Oregon

One of the most trendy, coveted, coastal communities in the state of Oregon is Cannon Beach. The scenic beauty of the rock cropping monoliths on-and-offshore, including the famed “Haystack” rock, will make your beach strolls and photographs unlike none other. Cannon Beach is nine miles wide and has the most...

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Took 1st Place for Best “Travel Tips” blog

Mike's Road Trip took 1st place for best "Travel Tips" blog in 2010. All the hard work is paying off…Mike’s Road Trip took First Place for the “Best Blog with Travel Tips” by GotSaga.com, a worldwide travel community website.  It’s awesome to be recognized by your peers and am thrilled...

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Tourist Attractions and Destinations…Get Noticed Online!

Are you a tourist attraction or destination (i.e. chamber or CVB) and need to get some online attention?  Mike's Road Trip offers editorial and experiential online exposure in exchange for promotional consideration.  MikesRoadTrip.com was named the #1 best "Travel Tips" blog for 2010 by GotSaga, a leading travel website.  In...

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A Look at the Superstition Mountain Museum

The Superstition Mountain Museum is situated on twelve pristine acres at the base of its namesake, the Superstition Mountains.  Located just outside Apache Junction, Arizona, the Museum collects, preserves and displays history, artifacts and folklore of the surrounding areas. The Superstition Mountains are most notably known for the Lost Dutchman...

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A Look at the Urban Chic, Pacific Blue Inn B&B

While in Santa Cruz, California, I stayed at an eco-friendly, urban chic bed and breakfast called the Pacific Blue Inn.  The Pacific Blue Inn is located within walking distance of many of the area’s famed attractions, such as the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, the Waterfront Wharf Pier and downtown…which is full...

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Mendocino Luxury at the Brewery Gulch Inn

Just outside Mendocino, California, intimately tucked atop a bluff overlooking Smuggler’s Cove is the luxuriously unassuming, Brewery Gulch Inn bed and breakfast.  The Inn was constructed using beautiful old-growth, eco-salvaged redwood trees that had been reclaimed from the Big River during a construction project of a new bridge.  The “sinker”...

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A Review of The Ocean Lodge in Cannon Beach

The first thing I noticed when I arrived at The Ocean Lodge in Cannon Beach, OR (besides the obvious beach-side proximity) was the inviting fragrant scent of wood burning in a large stone fireplace located in the lobby—nothing like the affection of a real-wood fireplace.  The next thing I noticed...

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